Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Chinese Kai Lan

I sowed lots of Kai Lan seeds a few months ago. Many seedlings grew and only one make it to harvest! Most the young seedlings are eaten by snails and some of them died from the scorching heat. This is the first time that I've grew Kai Lan and am not sure when is the right time to harvest!

Chinese Kai Lan, photo taken back in August 2012

Photo taken back in August 2012

Harvested on 26th October 2012, homegrown organic Kai Lan, it's a beauty!
The leaves are firm, green and really fresh looking. I decided to harvest the plant as the bottom stalk is getting too long and the roots has grown sideways since I've planted it in a styrofoam container which is not deep enough, and it seems the right time to harvest.

Since it grows extremely well, I'll be getting some new seeds soon to try growing Kai Lan again. I stir-fried the leaves with some cabbages since it is not much. I half expected it to be slighter bitter like the ones that I sometimes buy from the market, but to my surprise it was crunchy and not bitter at all. Pesticide and fungicide free!

Hi shafirul, I used the soil already premixed with compost, bought from the nursery and some organic fertilizer, that's all. This is my first kai lan too! Hahaha, and only 1 plant! Hopefully I have better luck with more plants next time!Happy Gardening!

Wow that's a beautiful kai lan! The other day I was with a gardener who grew some vege in her garden. Her kai lan didn't quite look like yours. Yours are 'fat' hehe... Maybe is a different type. And Kitchen Flavours, good job!!

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Welcome to my little garden in pots from Selangor, Malaysia. My plants are all in pots and containers, with the exception of my precious Belimbing Tree, which is the only tree that stands on the ground. I love gardening and without having the luxury of gardening grounds, I have to make the most with pots and containers. Do stay awhile and feel free to leave any ideas and experiences on gardening. Have a nice sunny day and Happy Gardening!You may contact me at kitchenflavours@yahoo.com